Books Quote by Blake J. Harris
““Console Wars is a narrative account based on information obtained from hundreds of interviews. Re-creating a story of this nature, which draws from the recollections of a multitude of sources, can often lead to inconsistencies; particularly when dealing with industry competitors and especially when dealing with events that took place more than two decades ago. As such, I have re-created the scenes in this book using the information uncovered from my interviews, facts gathered from supporting documents, and my best judgment as to what version most closely fits the documentary record. In certain situations, details of settings and description have been altered, reconstructed, or imagined. Additionally, most of the dialogue in this book has been re-created based on source recollections of content, premise, and tone. Some of the conversations recounted in this book took place over extended periods of time or in multiple locations, but have been condensed, or reorganized in a slightly different manner, while remaining true to the integrity and spirit of all original discussions.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Console Wars by Blake J. Harris, 2014
The author admits the narrative blends factual interviews with reconstructed dialogue and imagined details, acknowledging possible inconsistencies due to memory and time gaps.
In simple terms: The book mixes real interviews with imagined scenes, so some parts may be inaccurate.
Key Takeaway
Read with a critical eye, verify key facts independently.
Themes
history
gaming
journalism
memory
accuracy
Mood
skeptical
analytical
Type
explanatory
critical
When to use this quote
- documentary research
- gaming industry analysis
- media criticism
- academic study
Key Concepts
oral history
narrative reconstruction
source reliability
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you distinguish fact from creative reconstruction?
- What impact does this have on historical understanding?
A Different Perspective
The blend of fact and fiction can blur truth, especially for controversial topics.
